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Balmoral Guesthouse - Edinburgh

Stay Atlas’s honest take on a low-budget guesthouse a short walk from Leith Walk.

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
  • Tea and coffee facilities in every room
  • Garden view options
9.3 Perfect 0 reviews Booking.com 9.3 · 0 reviews

About

Balmoral Guesthouse - Edinburgh

Balmoral Guesthouse is a 3-star property on Pilrig Street, a short walk from Leith Walk. It’s a straightforward choice for travellers who want a low-cost base in Edinburgh with free Wi-Fi and tea-and-coffee facilities in every room.

Rooms are carpeted and come with flat-screen TVs, kettles, and free toiletries. Some look onto the garden, and one option has a private external bathroom. Check-in runs from 4 PM to 11 PM, and check-out is between 8 AM and 10 AM.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Strong guest rating — With a 9.3 out of 10 from 103 reviews, it stands well above its area average of 9.0.
  • Budget-friendly prices — Rooms start from £103 per night, positioning it as a low-budget option in Edinburgh.
  • Free Wi-Fi and in-room conveniences — Every room has free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, an electric kettle, and a flat-screen TV.
  • Garden views available — Several room types offer garden views, adding a pleasant touch to a budget stay.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only from 4 PM to 11 PM, which may not suit late arrivals.
  • Early check-out — Guests must leave by 10 AM, and the 8 AM start might feel early for some.
  • No pets allowed — Pets are not permitted, so travellers with animals need to look elsewhere.
  • External bathroom on one room type — The Double Room Private External Bathroom has its bathroom outside the room, which may come as a surprise.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Large Double or Twin Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double Room Private External Bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Large Double or Twin Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

In-room

  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Carpeted floor

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Heating

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.3
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Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 103 reviews

Booking.com · 9.3 · 0 reviews
9.3Verified guest

“A great base for an Edinburgh trip, and the morning meal was excellent.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh: The guesthouse sits on Pilrig Street, a short walk from Leith Walk, giving easy access to the city’s pubs, cafés, and transport links.

32 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH6 5AL, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 16:00-23:00
Check-out
By 08:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in?

Check-in is from 4 PM to 11 PM.

What time is check-out?

Check-out is between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the property.

Is Wi-Fi available?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the guesthouse.

Do rooms have tea and coffee facilities?

Yes, each room includes tea and coffee facilities and an electric kettle.

The bottom line

Balmoral Guesthouse delivers what it promises: a clean, affordable, and well-rated base in Edinburgh. If you value a generous check-in window and bring no pets, it’s a solid pick.

9.3For budget travellers who want a reliable guesthouse near Leith Walk.

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